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Rent three Bungalows for Scam Centres

dertb — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 19:29:56 +0800

US$2m ‘scratch and win’ scam busted in Penang, 29 arrested

Summary

-Penang police dismantled an international scam syndicate primarily targeting individuals in China and Cambodia, leading to the arrest of 29 foreign nationals during recent raids.

-The operation, conducted by the Penang Commercial Crime Investigation Department, uncovered three bungalows functioning as call centres in Barat Daya.

-Using platforms like Facebook Live, the syndicate allegedly executed fraudulent "scratch and win" schemes, deceiving victims into making payments without delivering on promised prizes.

-Authorities seized numerous electronic devices and documents, and investigations are ongoing to trace the syndicate's mastermind.

GEORGE TOWN, Oct 1 — Penang police have busted an international scam syndicate targeting victims, particularly in China and Cambodia, with the arrest of 29 foreign nationals in raids on three bungalows used as call centres in Barat Daya on September 22.

State police chief Datuk Dennis Lim Kwang Keng said the operation by the Penang Commercial Crime Investigation Department (JSJK), based on intelligence and surveillance, resulted in the arrest of 19 Chinese nationals and 10 Cambodians, aged between 20 and 63.

The first raid in Teluk Kumbar led to the arrest of 14 Chinese men who had no travel documents, while the second raid in the same area resulted in the detention of three Chinese men, a Cambodian man and three Cambodian women.

“The third raid at Solok Bukit Belah, Bayan Baru, saw two Chinese men and six Cambodian women arrested. Those detained in the second and third raids had passports, with some having previously entered Malaysia,” he told a press conference at the Penang Contingent Police Headquarters here today.

Preliminary investigations found that the syndicate had been operating for about two to three months, renting each bungalow for RM10,000 a month and converting the premises into call centres. The suspects were believed to have received up to RM8,000 a month.

The syndicate allegedly used Facebook Live and the LINE application to target victims in China and Cambodia through a ‘scratch and win’ scheme, offering prizes of up to US$2 million.

Victims were instructed to make QR code payments for processing fees, taxes and insurance, but did not receive the promised prizes. Initial checks found that the QR codes were believed to have been registered in Cambodia, with police tracing the flow of funds and other parties involved.

Police seized more than 200 mobile phones, 17 laptops, two desktop computers, six modem or router sets, customer records, ‘Scratch and Win’ cards, suspected fake documents and studio equipment believed to have been used in the operation.

Lim said police believed the three raids were linked to the same syndicate and were tracing its mastermind.

All 29 suspects have been remanded until October 13. The case is being investigated under Section 420 read together with Section 120B of the Penal Code, as well as Sections 6(1) and 15(1)© of the Immigration Act 1959/63. — Bernama

Police arrest 74 CCP, Viet in KL Scam Call Centre

dertb — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 15:45:51 +0800

Police arrest 74 China, Vietnamese, Taiwanese nationals in KL scam call centre bust

Summary

- The Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) dismantled an online gambling and scam call center syndicate in Kuala Lumpur, arresting 74 foreigners in simultaneous raids across eight locations.

- The operation, named Ops Dadu Khas, led to the confiscation of electronic devices used in illegal activities, drugs, and identification documents of those apprehended, predominantly Chinese nationals.

- The cases are being pursued under various legal statutes, including gambling, cheating, and drug-related laws, as well as immigration regulations.

-PDRM emphasized their dedication to eradicating illegal gambling to safeguard economic stability and urged public cooperation in reporting such activities.

https://www.malaymail.com/news/malaysia/202...tre-bust/237044

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 30 — The Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) busted an online gambling and scam call centre syndicate with the arrest of 74 foreigners in Ops Dadu Khas around the capital Monday.

Bukit Aman Criminal Investigation Department (CID) director Datuk M. Kumar said the simultaneous raids on eight residential premises were conducted in collaboration with the Commercial Crime Investigation Department (CCID).

He said 67 men and seven women aged between 20 and 50 were arrested, comprising 61 Chinese nationals, 12 Vietnamese and a Taiwanese, based on preliminary checks of their identification documents.

“Checks found that all eight premises were believed to be linked to activities promoting online gambling, ‘love scams’ and non-existent investment scams, besides being used as hostels or accommodation for call centre operators,” he said in a statement yesterday.

M. Kumar said the raiding team also seized various electronic devices believed to have been used for the criminal activities, including computers, laptops, modems and mobile phones of various brands.

Police also seized a transparent plastic packet containing five reddish pills suspected to be Yaba, weighing 0.8 grammes, as well as 5.72 grammes of powder and crystal fragments suspected to be methamphetamine.

Following the raids, he said eight investigation papers have been opened under Section 4(1)(g) of the Common Gaming Houses Act 1953, Section 420 of the Penal Code for cheating, and Section 120B of the same Code for criminal conspiracy.

The cases are also being investigated under Section 39A(1) of the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952, as well as Sections 6(1)© and 15(1)© of the Immigration Act 1959/63 for various immigration offences.

“PDRM remains committed to combating gambling activities as they have a significant negative impact on the country’s economic stability and contribute to social breakdown.

“Total enforcement against all forms of unlicensed gambling activities will continue to be intensified, involving various agencies, including local authorities,” he said.

He also urged the public to continue providing information to assist in combating such activities. — Bernama

Paranormal influencer dies in car crash at 24

dertb — Fri, 14 Aug 2026 17:28:50 +0800

Paranormal influencer Jiang Xiaorou dies in car crash at 24, a year after smashing religious statue

Popular Chinese paranormal influencer Jiang Xiaorou has died at the age of 24, nearly a month after sustaining severe injuries in a car accident.

Jiang – who had more than 1.5 million followers on Douyin, the Chinese counterpart of TikTok – reportedly succumbed to her injuries on Aug 10, with her family confirming her death in a statement issued the following day.

According to reports, Jiang was rushed to hospital on July 15 after the rideshare vehicle she was travelling in from Guangxi to Guangzhou was involved in a crash.

She suffered severe traumatic brain injuries and haemorrhagic shock and was admitted to the intensive care unit (ICU) at Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hospital.

During her time in the ICU, her mother appealed for donations online as the family struggled to cope with her mounting medical expenses.

Jiang was best known for her ghost-hunting content, in which she explored abandoned ruins, investigated alleged paranormal activity and challenged traditional superstitions.

According to Sing Tao Headline, her last video – posted on July 9 – reportedly showed her calling a phone number rumoured to have belonged to someone who had died in a car accident.

Jiang had sparked controversy in August last year after posting a video of herself smashing a religious statue as part of an anti-superstition stunt, saying: "Let's see how long I can live."

In another video, she challenged the idea of "karma" by burning incense and saying she would "get into a car accident tomorrow".

The videos have since resurfaced following her death, drawing renewed attention to the content she had posted before the fatal crash.

Meanwhile, Jiang's family has appealed to the public on social media not to engage in speculation and to respect the facts surrounding her passing.

https://www.thestar.com.my/lifestyle/entert...eligious-statue

Family lets child urinate on floor of HSR

dertb — Fri, 14 Aug 2026 17:18:32 +0800

Family lets child urinate on floor of high-speed train

A FAMILY in China sparked outrage online for allowing a young child to urinate on the floor of a high-speed train carriage in full view of other passengers, Sin Chew Daily reported.

None of the family members – the father, mother and grandmother – cleaned up the mess, which meant that the urine flowed across the carriage floor.

A train attendant eventually arrived to clean it up.

One passenger complained that the family had been chatting and laughing loudly on board.

Despite repeated reminders by train attendants, the family did not keep their voices down.

The passenger later posted a photo of the incident on social media.

Chinese media outlets described the incident as a reflection of uncivilised behaviour, calling the parents selfish.

Internet users also criticised the family.

“The toilet was just a few steps away. They must be sick in the head,” one netizen wrote.

https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2026...igh-speed-train

https://www.orientaldaily.com.my/news/buzz/2026/08/05/838264

BN's Forest City new CCP scam call centers

dertb — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 18:04:36 +0800

Johor police bust two scam rings operating in Forest City, 335 suspects nabbed

Summary
- In a recent operation in Johor Bahru, police dismantled two online scam syndicates operating call centers in Forest City, resulting in the arrest of 335 individuals, including 309 Chinese nationals and others.

- The suspects, aged between 20 and 58, were allegedly involved in scams like fake cryptocurrency investments and "love scams" targeting victims in China and Indonesia.

- The raids also led to the seizure of equipment worth RM1 million.

- Efforts are ongoing to apprehend the syndicate's mastermind, and several investigation papers have been filed under various sections of the Penal Code and the Immigration Act.

JOHOR BAHRU, July 28 — Johor police have busted two online scam syndicates that operate call centres in Forest City in Iskandar Puteri, following the arrest of 335 suspects that included foreigners recently.

Those arrested in the operation on July 15 consisted of 309 Chinese nationals, 19 Indonesian nationals, four Myanmar nationals and three locals.

All suspects were aged between 20 and 58.

Johor police chief Datuk Ab Rahaman Arsad said the suspects were nabbed in an integrated operation carried out simultaneously on 27 residential apartment units and five bungalows which were used as the syndicate’s operations centre.

“This operation had successfully crippled two different syndicates that carried out online scam activities such as fake cryptocurrency investment offers and ‘love scams’ targeting victims from abroad, especially China and Indonesia.

“The raids also led to the seizure of 313 computers, 1,557 mobile phones, 17 laptops, 10 modems, a Mazda CX-8 sport utility vehicle (SUV) and various other equipment estimated to be worth RM1 million,” he told reporters at a the Johor police contingent headquarters here today.

Also present was deputy Johor police chief Hoo Chuan Huat and senior officers.

Ab Rahaman said the syndicate operated by using Telegram, WhatsApp and TikTok applications to lure their victims before offering non-existent investment returns.

“The syndicate are believed to be acting as client-finding agents and are promised monthly salaries of between RM2,500 and RM4,000 per person.

“The second syndicate was suspected of carrying out fraud by posing as a law firm, in addition to offering fake cryptocurrency investments and investments to victims abroad,” he said.

Ab Rahaman said investigators believed the main mastermind of the syndicate is still at large and efforts were being made to track him down, including through cooperation with Interpol.

The state’s top cop said that 23 investigation papers have been opened under Section 420 of the Penal Code for cheating, Section 120B of the Penal Code for criminal conspiracy and Section 6(1)© of the Immigration Act 1959/63.

“So far, a total of 14 investigation papers have been referred to the Deputy Public Prosecutor’s office and orders to charge have been obtained against 194 accused,” he said.

On a separate issue, Ab Rahaman clarified that the fraud syndicates were separate and not related to the Network School that was also based in Forest City.

China's Babi cannot eat

dertb — Fri, 29 May 2026 03:14:09 +0800

https://www.ecns.cn/cns-wire/2026-05-28/det...zm7781856.shtml

(ECNS)-- China's largest meat processor, Shuanghui, issued an apology after regulators found antibiotic residue in pork produced by one of its subsidiaries at levels 37.5 times above the national safety limit, according to media reports.

The Heilongjiang provincial market regulator said pork hind leg meat sampled from a supermarket contained 7,700 micrograms per kilogram of lincomycin, compared with the permitted maximum of 200 micrograms. The product was manufactured in August last year.

The regulator said the company challenged the sample's authenticity, but the objection was rejected.

In a statement Thursday, Shuanghui apologized and said it had formed a special task force to cooperate with authorities in the investigation. The company added that internal tests conducted since October 2025, along with several regulatory inspections, had all produced compliant results.

Headquartered in Henan Province, Shuanghui has faced past food safety scandals, including a 2011 "lean meat powder" controversy and hygiene violations reported at a subsidiary factory in 2022.

Sri Lanka pun ada CCP scammers

dertb — Mon, 04 May 2026 14:29:40 +0800

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https://www.malaymail.com/news/world/2026/0...m-centre/218573

COLOMBO, May 3 — Sri Lankan police have arrested 37 Chinese nationals suspected of running a cyberscam centre in the capital Colombo, a spokesman said today, in the latest crackdown on foreign-run online fraud.

The suspects, aged between 23 and 44 and including one woman, were arrested after a tip-off, the police spokesman said.

“They had entered the country on tourist visas and were illegally employed, while two of them had overstayed their visas,” he added.

A local police source said 35 tablet computers, 147 mobile phones and 100 SIM cards were seized at the suspected scam centre in the Colombo suburb of Talangama.

The arrests came a month after 152 foreign nationals, mostly Chinese, were detained for allegedly running a cyberscam operation out of a hotel in the island’s northwest.

Immigration authorities arrested 135 Chinese men and women in March for allegedly running a similar scam operation. They have since been deported.

Beijing’s embassy in Colombo said at the time it was working closely with local authorities to prevent Chinese nationals from carrying out scam operations in Sri Lanka.

The embassy said Sri Lanka’s developed telecommunications infrastructure, favourable geographical location and relatively lenient visa policies encouraged fraud gangs to move to the South Asian nation.

In 2024, Sri Lankan authorities detained 230 Chinese nationals and 200 Indian nationals accused of operating cybercrime centres in various parts of the island. — AFP

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